June 13, 2009 7:00 PM - 116 attended

SAVE HAYKO's!! - Benefit Concert to Save Our Home Venue

Our home venue, Hayko's Turkish Carpets, is in danger of closing down...

So, to avert this tragedy, EIGHT of our group's most loved musicians are putting on this all-star BENEFIT CONCERT!

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Hayko's has been the home of our monthly Culture Circle, as well as our Intimate Nights of Music series, for three years now.

However, as antique carpets are considered a luxury item in this economy, his carpet sales have slowed down significantly, forcing Hayko to rely more on his store's income from hosting arts/music events like ours...

This large event is designed to increase Hayko's profile as an arts venue, get the word out about his carpets, raise a little money, and get some media attention for his store in the process.

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*Each person who attends shall also be entered into a drawing to win an authentic antique Turkish Carpet from Hayko's, valued near $1,000.00!

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EARN BIG MONEY - REFERRAL OFFER:


REFER someone to Hayko's and EARN a 5% COMMISSION!

Any referral which leads to the sale of a carpet earns a 5% commission. With carpet prices ranging from $500.00 to $20,000.00, a 5% commission can be QUITE A BIT of dough!

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MUSICIANS ON THE BILL:


The musicians on the bill have all played at Hayko's during our Intimate Nights of Music series, and are now returning the favor by donating their talents for this intimate night of living room-style music... in other words, our usual acoustic Hayko's-style of performance!

  • Jessica Lee - amazing vocalist w/ 5-piece pop band
  • Jason Vitelli - bluesy multi-instrumentalist
  • Rich Casella - the guitar wizard
  • Bobby Kane - alternative soul
  • Kitch - stunning male/female duo
  • Phil Robinson - singer/songwriter w/harmonica
  • JJ Bang - Korean pop star
  • Katie Letts - 5-piece southern/blues band


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ABOUT THE CONCERT VENUE:


The META Center (which holds 135 people) is committed to the arts and creativity scene in NY and has DONATED the use of their large and luxurious space to help us save Hayko's!! For this evening, the center will be decorated with Hayko's carpets and lit by candle for the night of the performance.

An Intimate Night-- The META Center requests that people take off their shoes upon entering their main floor space where our event will be held.

Subway Directions:
4 Blocks Directly South from PENN STATION

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If you come to one event this year, please make it this one !!

(And bring as many of your friends as you can-- we're aiming for a turnout of 120 people!)

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Hayko, you've blessed our lives by hosting countless inspiring nights of warm community and creativity at your unique and special venue (not to mention your complimentary Turkish Tea at every event!)...

Of course we'll all be there to give back and help keep your store open!

  • Phil Robinson (MEETUPS)
    Phil Robinson (MEETUPS)

    Of course I'll be there-- Hayko's has been the true home my creative & communal life for the past three years now-- And OF COURSE we're going to keep it around

    Posted May 25, 2009 at 10:13 AM
  • jolana
    jolana

    Jolana here I have been quite ill and really wanted to attend this evening. Hope all went well. Hope to see yall soon!!!!
    regards,
    jolana

    Posted June 13, 2009 at 6:46 PM
  • Phil Robinson (MEETUPS)
    Phil Robinson (MEETUPS)

    WOW, WOW and WOW-- definitely a night I'll remember for the rest of my life. 10 great acts, a great crowd, a great venue, a great cause, a great vibe, a great success. What a warm and embracing night of community, support and love. Thank you everyone who participated in making the night an AMAZING event. Most importantly, a lot of money-- and awareness-- was raised for Hayko. Let's do it again!

    Posted June 14, 2009 at 12:40 PM
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    Phil Robinson (MEETUPS)
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    WOW, WOW and WOW-- definitely a night I'll remember for the rest of my life. 10 great acts, a great crowd, a great venue, a great cause, a great vibe, a great success. What a warm and embracing night of community, support and love. Thank you everyone who participated in making the night an AMAZING event. Most importantly, a lot of money-- and awareness-- was raised for Hayko. Let's do it again!
  • Vicky
    The music was beautiful and the room had a very peaceful atmosphere. I also got familiar with some of the regulars from the intimate nights of music and what kind of sound they have. It was amazing to win the rug! I love handmade and cultural items; that rug and others from the store inspire my own craft projects.
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